Dental Health and Hygiene Tips For Little Ones

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Dental Health and Hygiene Tips For Little Ones
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As far as hygiene is concerned, dental hygiene is
a priority and should not be overlooked.
According to the data, about 20 of children
aged 5-19 have at least one tooth decay. Parents
need to pay attention to nurturing good dental
habits right from the very beginning and
supervise kids even after they grow. Gums are the
foundation of healthy teeth, so right from the
time teeth start sprouting from gums, mums should
be careful to keep them clean and fit to avoid
future inconvenience to a child.
Here are some tips for maintaining dental health
and hygiene of kids based on the age group of
children.

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Tips for the dental health of infants
Wipe your babies gums with a soft washcloth to
cleanse for preventing the breeding of germs in
the mouth.
Once the teeth start popping, clean them with
fluoride toothpaste using a very soft bristles
brush. Ensure to take paste not more than the
size of the grain.
As soon as babies finish the milk, take off the
milk bottles to prevent baby bottle tooth decay.
Affix an appointment with a dentist before your
baby turns one, and after that, ensure to visit a
dentist every six months.
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Tips for kids aged 3-15
A three-year-old is too young to understand the
process of brushing, so parents may require to
assist them in doing it in the right way.
Give your 3-7 yr child a fluoride toothpaste not
more than the size of a pea. Fluoride toothpaste
helps in preventing cavities. Make sure to
supervise them while brushing so that they dont
gulp the foam.
Inculcate a practice of brushing for two minutes,
twice a day, every day.
Your grown-up child needs supervision for the
maintenance of long-term good practice.
Ensure they floss their teeth at least once a
day.
Seek consultation with a dentist in Pune every
six months to ensure your childs good oral
health.
If your kid loves water sports, remind them to
wear a mouthguard to prevent tarnish of teeth
from chloride water.
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The teens are comparatively aware and do not
require stringent supervision as tots do. Develop
healthy communication with your adolescent or
teen child and encourage them to maintain a
hygienic habit for life.
Oswal Dental care understands the importance of
good oral health thats why we emphasize
informing you through blogging. Our dental
hospital in Pune is well equipped with advanced
technology, instruments, and doctors who put
their best foot forward to give the best of your
smile. For further information or appointment,
contact us at the given number.
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